Modi lays the foundation stone, inaugurates and dedicates various development projects in TN
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for, inaugurated, and dedicated to the nation several development projects worth over 13,000 crore in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, today. He also PM inaugurated Poonamallee-Vadapalani Stretch of Phase II of Chennai Metro Rail Project, in Tamil Nadu
Welcoming the esteemed dignitaries and the people of Tamil Nadu, he expressed immense joy at commencing his address in the vibrant state. Highlighting the historic significance of the day, the Prime Minister announced that the event involves massive projects worth thirteen thousand crore rupees
Acknowledging the spiritual sanctity of the day, the Prime Minister noted the commencement of the holy festival of Navratri and shared that he sought blessings at the Jalakandeswarar Temple prior to arriving.
He praised Tamil Nadu as the sacred land of both Shiva and Shakti, sending festival greetings across the country from this pilgrimage site. “From the pilgrimage land of Tamil Nadu, I extend my heartfelt Navratri greetings to all countrymen,” remarked Shri Modi.
Paying tribute to the architects of the nation on their birth anniversaries, the Prime Minister recalled the immense contributions of Bharat Ratna Jayaprakash Narayan and Bharat Ratna Nanaji Deshmukh. He noted that their lifelong dedication serves as a profound inspiration to serve the country with heightened devotion. “From this stage, I bow to both these great personalities,” affirmed Shri Modi. (UPDATED ON 11TH OCTOBER 2026)
